Fitter

Saronic Technologies • Franklin, LA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms. This role involves reading and interpreting blueprints, performing material take-offs, planning pipe system installations, and working in various environments including aloft and in confined spaces. On-site training is provided.

Requirements

• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Ability to use rigging equipment.
• Ability to work aloft (on scaffold or on manlifts) and in confined spaces.
• Proficiency in cutting (circular, reciprocating, miter, and chop saws), grinding, and assembly of metal structural parts using fitting aids and rigging equipment to align parts according to blueprints.
• Proficiency in tack and welding of foundations and installing temporary fasteners to hold structural members in place.
• Proficiency in SMAW (Stick), GMAW (MIG), FCAW (Flux Core), and GMAW-P process (multi-pass) for tack welding as needed.
• Proficiency in using oxy-acetylene torch as needed.
• Ability to fabricate components using various hand and power tools.
• Ability to use pipe cutting machine and/or beveling machine to cut pipe to required length.
• Ability to align parts using jacks, turnbuckles, wedges, drift pins, pry bars, and heavy hammers.
• Ability to straighten warped or bent parts using sledge, hand torch, straightening press, and push-pull methods.
• Ability to remove high spots and cut bevels using hand files, portable grinders, and cutting torch.
• Ability to assemble and secure pipes, tubes, fittings, and related equipment using welding, brazing, cementing, soldering, and threading joints.
• Ability to inspect and test installed systems and pipelines using pressure gauges, hydrostatic testing, observation, or other methods.
• Ability to perform layout, fabrication, installation, testing, and repair of pipe systems according to specifications.
• Ability to install fittings and equipment.
• Ability to install flanges, collars, penetrations, skid frames, foundations.
• Ability to install and align large ship machinery.
• Ability to install windows and doors.
• Ability to install mast.
• Ability to inspect all equipment daily (torch, torch hoses, grinder, levels, tapes, etc.).
• Follow all shipyard safety policies, including proper use of PPE, fire prevention, and confined space protocols.
• Work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced ship production environment.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Maintain a positive attitude toward customers and represent Saronic professionally.
• Make a personal commitment and be accountable for HSE results, driving toward the achievement of defined goals.
• This role requires access to export-controlled information or items that require “U.S. Person” status. As defined by U.S. law, individuals who are any one of the following are considered to be a “U.S. Person”: (1) U.S. citizens, (2) legal permanent residents (a.k.a. green card holders), and (3) certain protected classes of asylees and refugees, as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Nice To Haves

• Pre-employment skills testing may be required during the interview process.

Responsibilities

• Read, interpret, and follow blueprints and sketches to understand the specifications of a project.
• Figure material take-offs on drawings for required cut lengths.
• Mark reference points and transpose them to workpiece using measuring devices, squares, chalk, and/or soapstone.
• Plan pipe system layout, installation, or repair per specifications.
• Use rigging equipment.
• Work aloft (on scaffold or on manlifts) and in confined spaces.
• Cut (circular, reciprocating, miter, and chop saws), grind, and assemble metal structural parts using fitting aids and rigging equipment to align parts according to blueprints.
• Tack and weld foundations and install temporary fasteners to hold structural members in place.
• Properly implement SMAW (Stick), GMAW (MIG), FCAW (Flux Core), and GMAW-P process (multi-pass) for tack welding as needed.
• Properly use oxy-acetylene torch as needed.
• Fabricate components using various hand and power tools.
• Use pipe cutting machine and/or beveling machine to cut pipe to required length.
• Align parts using jacks, turnbuckles, wedges, drift pins, pry bars, and heavy hammers.
• Straighten warped or bent parts using sledge, hand torch, straightening press, and push-pull methods.
• Remove high spots and cut bevels using hand files, portable grinders, and cutting torch.
• Assemble and secure pipes, tubes, fittings, and related equipment using welding, brazing, cementing, soldering, and threading joints.
• Inspect and test installed systems and pipelines using pressure gauges, hydrostatic testing, observation, or other methods.
• Perform layout, fabrication, installation, testing, and repair of pipe systems according to specifications.
• Install fittings and equipment.
• Install flanges, collars, penetrations, skid frames, foundations.
• Install and align large ship machinery.
• Install windows and doors.
• Install mast.
• Inspect all equipment daily (torch, torch hoses, grinder, levels, tapes, etc.).
• Follow all shipyard safety policies, including proper use of PPE, fire prevention, and confined space protocols.
• Assist in the training and development of junior fitters.
• Collaborate and communicate with welders, metal fitters, pipefitters, electricians, and other trades as required to complete vessel construction or repair and to maintain efficient work flows.
• Work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced ship production environment.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Maintain a positive attitude toward customers and represent Saronic professionally.
• Make a personal commitment and be accountable for HSE results, driving toward the achievement of defined goals.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
• Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care Saronic pays 100% of the premium under the basic plan for employees and 80% for dependents
• Generous PTO and Holidays
• Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success
• Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage
• Discounted pet insurance options including 24/7 Telehealth helpline
• Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed